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Tomato and Garlic Orecchiette


  • Author: The Sweet Cucina
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 Servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz orecchiette or pasta of your choice
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 34 large garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 cup white wine (i used pinot grigio)
  • 2 tbsp fresh basil, chopped
  • 2 tbsp fresh italian parsley, chopped
  • 2 tbsp grated parmesan
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella
  • 1/8 tsp sea salt
  • 1/8 tsp black pepper 

Instructions

  1. In a medium pot, prepare pasta according to package instructions.
  2. Meanwhile, in a large skillet on medium heat, heat olive oil, garlic and tomatoes. Add garlic powder and salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Cook until the garlic is fragrant and tomatoes are starting to blister, about 3 – 4 minutes.
  4. Add white wine, basil and parsley and cook for another 2 – 3 minutes.
  5. Drain pasta and add to skillet, stir.
  6. Add parmesan and toss.
  7. Top with mozzarella and heat until cheese is melted or cover skillet with a lid to speed up the melting.
  8. Serve immefiately!
  9. Enjoy!
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Cuisine: Italian